2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 612 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2005 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2005 Lotec C 1000
Make Dodge Lotec
Model Charger C 1000
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3518 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 250 HP 843 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 990 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1150 mm